Everyday Economics: Existing home sales report may be noisy. Inflation will shape outlook
This week’s economic calendar includes several important housing reports, including existing home sales, housing starts, and building permits. But the…
Illinois lawmakers weigh options to change rising property tax structure
(The Center Square) – Republican state Rep. Joe Sosnowski has filed legislation he hopes will make life easier on Illinois…
Texodus: At least 12 Texas members of Congress won’t be returning next year
Twelve members of Texas’ congressional delegation elected in 2024 won’t be returning to office next year. Eleven are incumbents; one…
War in Iran shocks markets, costs U.S. taxpayers $1 billion a day
The escalating war in Iran has already rattled global markets and driven oil prices to their highest levels since April…
Mississippi primaries to watch on Tuesday
Mississippi will hold its state primary elections on Tuesday, making it the fourth state in the nation to elect party…
Advocates, lawmakers propose increased cigarette tax
Anti-tobacco advocates and state officials across the country are proposing an increased tax on cigarette packs. …
Litchfield Sells Industrial Park Lot to Pittsburgh Pipe for Multi-Million Dollar Expansion, Approves Skyview Drive Access Road
Litchfield City Council Meeting | March 5, 2026 Article Summary: The City of Litchfield finalized a real estate sales contract…
Legal experts anticipate SCOTUS will overturn drug user gun ban
Legal experts anticipate the U.S. Supreme Court will strike down a law barring unlawful drug users from possessing firearms. …
Parents’ rights advocates hail SCOTUS ruling against secret gender transitions
The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Mirabelli v. Olson deciding against California’s law that allowed for gender transitions of school…
Critics warn Illinois bill could lead to government overreach in newborn care
(The Center Square) – The Illinois Family Institute is raising concerns over a proposed bill that would offer voluntary home…
Veteran suicide rate remains high despite spending millions
Veterans die by suicide at roughly twice the civilian rate, despite the Department of Veterans Affairs spending more than $500…
BlackRock summit to focus on workforce needed for U.S. infrastructure boom
A coalition of government officials, corporate executives, and labor leaders is gathering in Washington next week to address what many…